titanium dioxide is prepared from

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Zinc barium sulfate, commonly known as lithopone, is a widely used inorganic compound in the pigment industry. This white pigment has gained popularity due to its excellent hiding power and good stability under various conditions. As such, it finds applications in paints, plastics, rubber, and even in food coloring. With the increasing demand for high-quality zinc barium sulfate, manufacturers around the globe are stepping up their game to meet market needs.

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In a study published in 2022 in the journal Particle and Fibre Technologyresearchers examined the impact of maternal exposure to titanium dioxide nanoparticles in newborn offspring mice. They found that “a chronic exposure to TiO2 NPs during pregnancy alters the respiratory activity of offspring, characterized by an abnormally elevated rate of breathing.” Breathing was also shown to be “significantly and abnormally accelerated,” and the ability for neural circuitry to effectively adjust breathing rates was impaired. The researchers concluded: “Our findings thus demonstrate that a maternal exposure to TiO2 NPs during pregnancy affects the normal development and operation of the respiratory centers in progeny.”

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